University of Bristol

Games Design (Narrative) (MA)

University of Bristol

Faculty:Faculty of Arts, Law and Social Sciences
Degree:Master
Field of Study:Animation, Interactive Tech., Video Graphics and Special Effects
Game and Interactive Media Design
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $55,400

Cost is an approximation converted to Canadian dollars.



Careers:Video Game Level DesignerVideo Game Designers

Description:

Do you love crafting worlds, characters, and stories that players care about? Join us and design the next generation of games narratives.

We sought input and built on learnings from leading narrative designers; from the writing team at Larian Studios to game designers at The Chinese Room and Creative Assembly; to bring you a programme with a unique fusion of creative vision and technical expertise. In addition, we are formally collaborating through the Bristol Digital Game Lab with the local companies Meaning Machine and Time Machine Designs.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in any subject.

     We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply.

     We will also consider your application if your final overall achieved grade is slightly lower than the programme's entry requirement.

     If your achieved grade is lower than our entry requirements, your application may be more likely to receive an offer if you have additional relevant work experience or qualifications. If you have at least one of the following, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing:

     * evidence of relevant work experience in: Games Industry; Entertainment Industry.

     * a relevant postgraduate qualification.

     See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

     Admissions Statement Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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     English language requirements If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level C.

     Further information about English language requirements and profile levels .

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

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